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Volkl Bridge Alpine Ski - 2007

Volkl Bridge Alpine Ski - 2007

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Volkl Bridge Alpine Ski - 2007

Half big-mountain ski, half park ski, the Volkl Bridge Alpine Skis will do laps in the park on sunny days then drop some insane powder lines when the storm hits. The Dual Layer Sensor Wood core strikes the balance between lightweight for fast spins, dampening for straight lining big-mountain lines, and snappiness for landing and takeoff. 92mm of width underfoot and a 130mm shovel give you plenty of float in the powder on those really deep days.

Bottom Line: If part of you is drawn to big lines and pow, and the other drawn to huge hits in the park, you'll be happy with the Volkl Bridge.

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When I can't find any POW I hit the bumps ans glades... I

When I can't find any POW I hit the bumps ans glades... I want one ski to do it all. Is this the Bridge the ski for that?

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April 25, 2009

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Something with a little more waist would make it a lot better for you, and more fun to ski. The Bridge will be better than a wider ski in the bumps, because of quick edge transfer, but in the glades and in the pow, something wider won't make it harder, but easier.

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April 26, 2009

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Rating for this product: 5

Good all-around ski

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December 3, 2007

I tried out my new Bridges for the first time today and loved them. The conditions varied from choppy powder to packed powder to groomed. The skis did well on all of it. They carved well, surprising for such a wide ski. They have a big side cut so their turning ability should not be underestimated. I have heard that they get chattery on icy conditions, but they carve well enough for such a wide ski. It is not meant to be a race ski in the first place so I wouldn't expect it to be at home on ice. They also performed great in the choppy powder. They floated well and also bashed through any crud easily because of the wide shovel. I would definitely recommend them as an all-around ski, whether you want twin-tips or not.

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Almost same question as the guy below. I'm 5'11 165

Almost same question as the guy below. I'm 5'11 165 lbs, Advance to expert skier. Mostly ski the Canadian Rockies. Planning on using these skis in the steep chutes, backcountry around the ski resort and of course crud / bumps inbound. Should I go for the 169 or the 177 ?

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June 7, 2008

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For bumps and groomers a 169 would be better. In powder the 177 will be better because it will help you float. It will also be better for skiing crud. Keep in mind that twin-tip are short for their length. A 177 will be more like a 170-172 non twin.Yo for your size you should absolutely stay away from the 169. You'll over-turn that thing. I'm 5'9" and 135lbs and swear by the 185cm, mounted a bit back. This ski rips the piss out of every condition...as long as the snow is less than boot-top deep. It's a little skittery in deep snow. Mounted back really helps w/ all mountain performance as this ski is a bit stiff for true freestyle. Even w/ them mounted back a few cm, you can still rally around the mountain switch a-okay!

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June 27, 2008

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Rating for this product: 5

One Year In

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June 30, 2008

I picked these up last fall (2007), and rode them the entire season as my one ski quiver. I'm 6ft 190lbs, skied for about 15 years and typically ride a 182-187, I got the 177 in these due to the width and stiffness and the fact that it would be my only ski. The 177 hit the spot, I love these skis they kill in the crud and backcountry. Bumps are tough, you can do it but you'll need to throw them around if the bumps aren't perfectly formed. I demoed the 185's in Aspen this year and they ruled in the pow but got a little tough in bounds and in the park. They have two mounting points, true center and boot center, I mounted at boot center for a more all mountain feeling. If you want to center mount them just get the Ledges as that is what they are made for. I would definitely recommend these skis, I couldn't be happier with them.

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I'm 6ft and about 190lbs, i don't want to lose any control

I'm 6ft and about 190lbs, i don't want to lose any control because i offen have to make quick turns on crud and I also ski instruct kids so should i get the 185's or 177's? And i dont need them park specific so if i buy these i should set the bindings (marker jesters) 2cm back? I do about 40/50/10 piste/off piste/park but i want to get into park more

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May 14, 2008

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Hey man, You do alot of park skiing or all round? If your 6 feet tall you could live with the 177 im 5 10 and getting 170s but if you do alot of park skiing i suggest the 169 of volkl or 166 of Armada AR6. But at 6 feet tall you should be fine with the 177 the only difference is if your teaching kids how to ski your going slow and want to turn really smooth and easy to show them how to snow plow and if your going to use this as a park ski go 177 or 170 or shorter if you like. The shorter the ski the easier to turn little less speed and longer the ski you go faster but can't turn as fast not a big difference but you would notice so. Also if your into "switch" you want a shorter ski because its harder to spin and stuff also if your doing alot of park skiing get a center mount for you binding or moderate....... All I have to say about this ski about for what your using it for is great I would buy it.

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May 22, 2008

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Rating for this product: 5

Great skis

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January 16, 2008

I demoed these, Fischer Wateas, Rossi Scratches, and Volkl Gotamas. I really like the Gotamas, too, but I wanted this ski to do everything and the Gotamas seemed a bit too wide for my skill level (approximately 7/8). I have skied these (185s) in all conditions including deep powder. I definitely think I made the right choice except I could use more width in deep powder. That was to be expected though, so I am very happy. I also weigh 190, so these would provide more float for a lighter skier riding 185s. I like the twin tips because I sometimes need to go backwards when stuck in a tight tree/rock situation on steeper pitches. I think these are more of a bridge between regular skis and fat skis than they are a bridge between fat skis and park skis. Anyone looking for a fat, but not uber fat ski, should have a look at these. You don't need to have any experience in the park to appreciate these. Graphics are really nice.

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Setting the bindings back 2cm on the Bridge, second time I've

Setting the bindings back 2cm on the Bridge, second time I've read where it's been done. Any recommendations?

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April 18, 2008

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Yeah, this is a twin ski, but too stiff for most pure freestyle minded skiers out there. But since it is intended for that style of riding, the factory mount point is more forward than usual, but not quite centered. This is the type of ski for peeps that love to ski the whole mountain, like to ski switch, and dabble around in the park when all their friends insist on a few laps. Pull those binders back a bit and you'll dig this ski. If you're more stoked on true freestyle, aim for something softer flexing. Peace.

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June 27, 2008

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Rating for this product: 5

Cruise Control

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April 17, 2008

Sick sticks... Demoed them in crud, pow, and cordoroy and performed like a dream in all the above. Plenty quick on the 177cm and defintely easy to move around on 'em. I had them set 2 cm back and they just wanted to carve baby! Highly recommended

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whats better, bridge or gotama? I'm looking to put the marker

whats better, bridge or gotama? I'm looking to put the marker duke touring binding on a ski, but I still love skiing moguls and racing friends in the hard stuff, i want fast turns and fun in the powder...what do i get?

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April 7, 2008

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I would think the Bridges would give you a bit more versatility as they are a bit narrower than the fat gotamas. I love my bridges, and they excel in every condition. however, i have heard of people saying you can still tear around in gotamas, so they might be worth looking into.

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April 9, 2008

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Rating for this product: 5

volkl bridge skis tear ass

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April 8, 2008

These things ski like a wet dream.
The width was shocking to look at at first, but i can assure you they carve as well as almost anything. I skied em in old crappy snow, crust, and some ice, and they held up great. they obviously will soar in powder as well.
skiing twins is fun as hell too. played around in the park with these guys but i'm not a serious freestyler so can't comment much there.
Great f***ing skis

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When do the 08-09 Bridges come out?

When do the 08-09 Bridges come out?

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March 10, 2008

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The New Ski Gear for next Season 08-09 ships about August or September.

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May 22, 2008

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Rating for this product: 5

Good all-around

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January 28, 2008

I've been using these skis for about a month and there good all around. They have very smooth carving and good pop for the park. When the skis first arrived the waxing job already on them was very impressive I haven't needed to sharpen or wax them yet. The only complaint I have is the material it is made of is somewhat flaky. It has many nicks and scratches on the top of the ski were it shouldn't have taken any damage. However its a worth while buy and I recommend them.

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Tech Specs:

Lengths:
161cm, 169cm, 177cm, 185cm 
Dimensions:
130 / 92 / 112mm 
Turn Radius:
[161cm] 16.1m; [169cm] 17.9m; [177cm] 19.9m 
Core Material:
Dual Layer Sensorwood 
Tail:
Twin tip 
Binding System:
No 
Binding Included:
No 
Recommended Binding:
No 
Recommended Use:
Park and Pipe, expert all/big-mountain 
Manufacturer Warranty:
1 Year 
Country of Origin:
Germany 

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